Grease Trap Requirements
Dayton, OH
FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Dayton, Ohio.
Quarterly (every 90 days) or w
Pumping Freq.
Required
Permit
Yes
25% Rule
IPC
Code Base
Pumping Requirements
Frequency Quarterly (every 90 days) or when 25% rule is triggered, whichever comes first
25% Rule Applies
Permits & Enforcement
Permit Required Required
Max Fine 2000
Complete FOG Regulations
| Minimum Trap Size | Sized per Ohio Plumbing Code (IPC); capacity = peak flow GPM x 30 min retention time |
|---|---|
| Pumping Frequency | Quarterly (every 90 days) or when 25% rule is triggered, whichever comes first |
| 25% Rule | Yes — trap must be pumped when grease and solids reach 25% of capacity |
| Permit Required | Yes |
| Maximum Fine | 2000 |
| Record Keeping | Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site |
| Plumbing Code | International Plumbing Code (IPC) |
| Ordinance Ref. | Chapter 52 (Sewer Collection, Use, Sewage and Waste Disposal), Sewer Use Ordinance No. 27173 |
| Authority | City of Dayton Division of Water / Sewer Maintenance |
Additional Notes
Ohio uses IPC statewide. Requirements can vary locally. Fines can exceed $2,000 for non-compliance; facility may also be liable for municipal cleanup costs, additional inspections, and administrative fees.
Regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your local wastewater authority or plumbing inspector before making compliance decisions. Last updated: March 2026.
Contact Information
Phone (937) 562-7496
Greene County Sanitary Engineering Dept.: (937) 562-7496
Official Sources
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